The following is a text only press release from the federal Institute of
Museum and Library Services (IMLS). An HTML version of this release can
be read on the agency's Web site at www.imls.gov/news/2007/062207.shtm.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 22, 2007
Press Contacts
202-653-4632
Jeannine Mjoseth, [log in to unmask]
Mamie Bittner, [log in to unmask]
IMLS Requests Proposals to Study Free Access to Computers, the Internet,
and Related Services at the Nation's Public Libraries
Deadline: September 14, 2007
Washington, DC--The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS)
invites proposals for a cooperative agreement to examine the social
value of free access to computers, the Internet, and related services at
the nation's public libraries.
Since the 1990s, public libraries have provided free access to the
Internet and computers with support from government and private
foundations. But, so far, little research has studied the impact of this
access. IMLS' cooperator will examine the impact of free access to the
Internet and computers on the social, economic, personal, professional
well-being for individuals, families, and communities. The IMLS project
will be carried out with support from the Bill and Melinda Gates
Foundation.
Organizations eligible for the award include:
* All types of libraries, except federal and for-profit libraries,
* Institutions of higher education, including public and
not-for-profit universities and colleges,
* Professional associations serving the museum and library fields,
* U.S. non-profit organizations with tax-exempt status, including
museum and library service organizations and research organizations, and
* State and local government agencies and tribal governments.
IMLS welcomes proposals that represent collaborations or partnerships
between eligible
organizations.
IMLS anticipates awarding only one cooperative agreement, which will be
announced in October 2007 and will last for 18 months. The award amount
will be up to $1,000,000.
The program announcement is available on the IMLS Web site at
www.imls.gov/pdf/ComputerAccessStudyRFP.pdf and through www.grants.gov,
Funding Opportunity Number GF-CA-07, CFDA Number 45.312. Proposals must
be submitted through Grants.gov no later than September 14, 2007.
For more information, please contact Mary Downs, Research Officer,
Office of Policy, Planning, Research, and Communications, Institute of
Museum and Library Services, 1800 M Street NW, 9th Floor, Washington, DC
20036-5802. Telephone (202) 653-4682, E-mail [log in to unmask]
About the Institute of Museum and Library Services
The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of
federal support for the nation's 122,000 libraries and 17,500 museums.
The Institute's mission is to create strong libraries and museums that
connect people to information and ideas. The Institute works at the
national level and in coordination with state and local organizations to
sustain heritage, culture, and knowledge; enhance learning and
innovation; and support professional development. To learn more about
the Institute, please visit www.imls.gov.
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